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Analysis of film, television, journalism, and the impact of media on culture and society.

A nostalgic scene of old Columbia House record and movie mail-order cases on a dusty shelf, symbolizing the end of an era.

Columbia House to Close in 2026 After Decades of Distribution

After seven decades of selling music and movies by mail, Columbia House will stop accepting new orders after September 15, 2026.

Claire Donovan· Aug 19· 3 min read

Collectors Fuel Physical Media Comeback Amidst Digital Dominance

Nearly 60 per cent of Gen Z were buying vinyl in 2025, even though almost 30 per cent of respondents didn’t own a turntable, according to Whathifi .

Claire Donovan· Jun 9· 6 min

Creators engaging with TooFar Media's immersive storyworld technology at the Raindance Film Festival, showcasing interactive narrative innovation.

TooFar Media Empowers Creators at Raindance Film Festival

At the 31st Raindance Film Festival, one 'Immersive Storyworld' powered by TooFar Media garnered over 5,000 unique engagements within its initial 24 hours, unequivocally signaling a burgeoning appetit

Claire Donovan· May 27· 5 min

Opinion & Editorial

Vinyl Sales Rise 2.4% in 2026, Hinting at Physical Media's Enduring Appeal

Andre Silva · Aug 17

Analysis & Trends

Emerging Streaming Platforms Face Uphill Battle in 2026

Andre Silva · Aug 18

Social Video Fragmentation Challenges Mainstream Media

Claire Donovan · Aug 16

Explainers

What is Auteur Theory and Why Does It Matter in Modern Filmmaking?

Claire Donovan · Aug 18